The Fairmont Plaza Condos in Bethesda

Fairmont Plaza Condos in Bethesda, MD Is the Ultimate Urban Oasis   Located at 4801 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, Md 20814, this building delivers well-priced condos that blend modern convenience, walkable charm, and vibrant city energy. Nestled in the heart of one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the D.C. metro area, this 9-story condominium building offers more than just a place to live—it’s a lifestyle upgrade. Here’s why Fairmont Plaza deserves a spot at the top of your housing wish list,

The Fairmont Plaza Condos Enjoy a Prime Location in Downtown Bethesda

This condo building is just steps from Woodmont Triangle where you are surrounded by top-tier independently owned restaurants like Barrel and Crow or the Tasty Diner, boutique shops, and cozy cafés.  Take a 2-minute walk to Chase Avenue Urban Park which offers green space right outside your door.  Grab a cup of coffee at the nearby Starbucks and enjoy a few minutes in the sunshine and a break from a busy day!   The Fairmont Plaza condos are just a few short blocks from the Bethesda Metro Station, providing easy access to D.C. via the Red Line, plus Metrobus routes along Wisconsin Avenue. The Purple Line will be running soon too, giving you access to even more of Montgomery County and Prince Georges County!   The building is nearly next door to the Marriott Headquarters and just a short walk to NIH and Walter Reed.

It is obvious that the Fairmont Plaza condos will have a fantastic walkability score. In fact it has a score of 96!  You are close to transportation, shopping, grocery stores, restaurants and even yoga studios and gyms!  Catch a show at Imagination Stage or a movie at Bethesda Row Cinema. If you want to walk a bit further, you can connect with the Capital Crescent Trail just a few blocks away on Bethesda Avenue.  Living in downtown Bethesda means living in a lively urban community filled with lots of restaurants from the Mussel Bar to Raku and Silver plus authentic Indian cuisine, Chinese and Ethiopian, 75 home fashion retailers, unique boutiques, day spas and salons for people and dogs, live theater, art galleries, movie theaters and much more!   The Battery Lane Park is nearby with tennis courts and a trail and playground.  You have a choice of grocery shopping at Harris Teeter, Trader Joes, and Lidl within a few blocks.  In addition, there is a Giant and a Safeway a few blocks further away.  There is a mini Target less than a mile away on Wisconsin Avenue and so much more in between!  While there are lots of apartments and condominiums in Bethesda that offer convenient and luxurious living, the Fairmont Plaza is outstanding because of the value that it offers which is very rare in downtown Bethesda. You can find condos to purchase at the Fairmont Plaza (if there are any available today) as well as all the condos for sale in downtown Bethesda on my website.

Stylish, Modern Living Spaces at the Fairmont Plaza

The Fairmont Plaza offers versatile floorplans from efficient studios (424 square feet in Tier 14) to spacious two-bedrooms (up to 1,244 square feet.)  The one bedroom one bath condos are in Tier 2 (618 square feet,) Tier 3 and 11 (626 square feet,) Tier 6 (632 square feet,) Tier 7 and Tier 12 (634 square feet,) Tier 5 (637 square feet,) Tier 1 and Tier 9 (640 square feet,) Tier 8 (646 square feet,) and Tier 13 (668 square feet.)  The 10 Tier is 2 bedrooms and 1 bath in 817 square feet while Tier 4 offers two bedrooms and one bath in 824 square feet.  The largest unit is 902 with 1244 square feet and two bedrooms and two baths. There is a home for you, regardless of which what size you want.  This building is so popular that sometimes good friends or relatives each buy a unit in the building so they can be close to each other!

The condos here offer updated interior: with granite or quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and hardwood or vinyl plank flooring.  You will love the natural light and views from the large windows and balconies, which offer stunning views of downtown Bethesda and even Washington, D.C.  Fairmont Plaza condos have in unit washers and dryers, a treat for the busy professional or family!  Garage parking with the units makes life so much simpler (and less expensive!)  No more driving around looking for parking!

The Fairmont Plaza is Pet-Friendly & People-Friendly

Bring Your Furry Friends!  Fairmont Plaza welcomes pets, so your four-legged companions can enjoy urban living too.  Once you move in you will enjoy taking Fido to the restaurant, Silver, which offers a Yappy Hour for you and your pet!  Is there any better way to meet your neighbors than in the elevator with your pet or hanging out in the spacious and elegant lobby? Most people love to talk to new neighbors by striking up a conversation about your pet!  With just 112 units in the building, it’s large enough for privacy but small enough to foster neighborly connections.

Schools

As more and more families choose to remain in downtown Bethesda, there are lots of children waiting for the school bus at each condo building!  The Fairmont Plaza is in the Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School cluster, so children at the Fairmont Plaza attend Bethesda Elementary, Westland Middle School and Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School.

Fairmont Plaza isn’t just a building—it’s a gateway to everything Bethesda has to offer. Whether you’re a young professional, a downsizing empty-nester, or a small family looking for a vibrant community, this condo delivers comfort, style, and unbeatable location.

Ready to make your move? Fairmont Plaza might just be your next great decision.

Major Employees

Major employers in Bethesda include Marriott, the Walter Reed Medical Center, The Howard Hughes Institute, The National Institutes of Health, Capital One Bank, Lockheed Martin, and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Chevy Chase Park condos is not only close to  the Red Line Metro in downtown Bethesda and the new purple line but also the Beltway and I-270, so that you can always get around the metro area from here.

What is for Sale Now?

You can find condos to purchase at Fairmont Plaza (if there are any available today) as well as all the condos for sale in downtown Bethesda on my website.

What Has Sold Recently?

A one bedroom one bath unit with 626 square feet sold in July 2025 for $320,000.  Unit 804 with two bedrooms and one bath (824 square feet) sold in July 2025 for $444,500.  Prices have gone up slightly over the last four years.  For example, a studio with 424 sq feet sold in May 2021 for $210,000. The one bedrooms sold for between $290,000 and $319,999.   In summer 2021 two two bedroom one bath units with 871 square feet each sold for $473500 and $428,000.  The one that sold for $473500 had been completely renovated three years before and sold off market.

Similar Condos?

You may be absolutely certain that you want to live at the Fairmont Plaza because you love being in the heart of Bethesda in a condo with an open floorplan
and the ability to walk to two metros right at the edge of the Woodmont Triangle.  However, perhaps you are not certain where you want to live and you are not sure which buildings you should visit.   If you like medium sized modern high rise buildings, you might look at the Christopher, the Chase, Madison Park and the City Commons in addition to the new luxury buildings like the Lauren, Cheval and Stonehall.  Further into Chevy Chase you might look at the Elizabeth or 4620 N Park.   Up into North Bethesda, you might consider the Gallery or the Sterling on Old Georgetown Road as reasonable alternatives.  If you are feeling completely confused now by all your options, then you should give us a call at 240-401-5577 to talk about which buildings will truly match your wants and needs best!  Whether you are downsizing or looking for your first home, we can help you figure out which buildings are the best fit for you.

Value of Your Fairmont Plaza Home

There are a number of sites on the internet that will give you ‘estimates’ for what your home will sell for. These sites use public records and usually some kind of algorithm to try to produce a value for your home. These sites also publicly state their ‘error rates’. That means they aren’t correct, they are simply an estimate based on incomplete date. We would love to do a free comparative market analysis of your home  and let you know what could expect to get in today’s market if you are considering selling. Our valuation is based on up to the day data for homes that have recently sold in the area. Our valuation is not based on a formula that relies on public records which can take months to update. Please visit my website in order to get your free property evaluation for your Bethesda home

Market Report

If you would like detailed demographic information about Bethesda as well as school reports or market trends and statistics (including recent sales in the area) just ask!

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